I'm Going To Break My Shyness

​Like most introverts, I'm shy. When I was little it was even worse, but lately, it's been on my mind as something I'd like to change. It's true that not all introverts are shy, and not all extroverts are outgoing. Introvert vs. extrovert is simply the difference in how one gains their energy. But shyness is something you can control, and I want to start changing that about me.

​There's nothing wrong with being introverted. There's nothing wrong with being quiet. My goal is simply to be more willing to start conversations, and questions will come to mind as the other person speaks. I'm naturally a very quiet person, which I don't think is bad, but I don't want that to get in the way of gaining opportunities or friendships. Everybody you come in contact with brings you a unique opportunity to learn or experience something special, but sometimes you have to be willing to start up a conversation - and that's a weakness I've had my whole life. 

When I have to start conversations, I will. But when you don't have to speak, yet you choose to, it's out of genuine interest. It's not that I don't care about the other person, but I usually find a challenge in trusting them, and I care too much of what they think of me. It's selfish, and I want to change that.